Fair Housing
Under NJ LAD, a landlord who requires a higher security deposit from tenants with disabilities compared to other tenants is committing:
AA permissible risk management practice
BHousing discrimination based on disability, which is prohibited✓ Correct
CA permitted underwriting standard
DA NJREC violation only, not a LAD violation
Explanation
Charging higher security deposits based on disability status is illegal housing discrimination under both the NJ LAD and the federal Fair Housing Act. Uniform deposit standards must be applied regardless of a tenant's disability or other protected characteristics.
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Key Terms to Know
Fair Housing Act
Federal law prohibiting discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and familial status.
SteeringAn illegal practice where a real estate agent directs buyers toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on the buyer's race, religion, national origin, or other protected characteristics.
RedliningAn illegal practice where lenders or insurers deny services or charge higher rates in certain neighborhoods based on the racial or ethnic composition of those areas.
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